Keegan Bradley Stands Up for Bethpage Crew Amid Player Complaints

Keegan Bradley, the U.S. Captain, offered a different viewpoint on the recent golf controversy.

While some players, like Justin Thomas, criticized the course conditions, Bradley saw things from a different angle.

Praise for the Course Crew

Bradley commended the Bethpage Black crew, stating the course was in excellent shape.

• No grass was out of place
• Everything looked perfect

This stood in stark contrast to Thomas's claims, who described the setup as "bizarre" and mentioned disputes with the agronomy team over green speeds.

Acknowledging the Crew's Efforts

Bradley didn't dismiss Thomas's complaints outright. Instead, he emphasized the crew's hard work.

• The greens might not have been as fast as desired, but this was due to the course's design, not the crew's effort.

Understanding the Course's Design

Bradley explained that the greens at Bethpage are flat, meaning even minor growth can slow them down.

• Slow greens are part of the game
• Not the crew's fault

Final Message

Bradley's conclusion was clear:

"The greens were slow, and the U.S. team struggled, but that's just how the game goes sometimes. It's not the crew's fault."